Recommendations for female serial killer books in fiction.

'Killing Floor' by Lee Child features a protagonist, Jack Reacher, who gets involved in a case that has elements of serial killing. It's a fast - paced thriller with lots of action and mystery. Reacher uses his sharp mind and combat skills to solve the case.

Another good one is 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis. It gives a disturbing look into the mind of a wealthy and seemingly perfect man who is actually a serial killer. The detailed descriptions of his actions and thoughts make it a very intense read.

Well, 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson has elements of a serial killer story. Lisbeth Salander, the main character, is on a hunt to uncover the truth about a long - hidden serial killer case. It's a complex and engaging book with a strong female lead.

Iain Reid's 'I'm Thinking of Ending Things' is an interesting take. It's a psychological thriller that has elements that could be related to a serial killer - like mind. The story is filled with ambiguity and a sense of unease as the narrator contemplates ending things with her boyfriend during a visit to his family's farm. It keeps you guessing until the very end.

Some might like 'My Sister, the Serial Killer' by Oyinkan Braithwaite. This book offers a unique perspective as it's about a woman dealing with her sister who is a serial killer. It's a darkly humorous take on the subject. 'The Silence of the Lambs' also has elements related to female serial killers, with the character of Buffalo Bill and the strong female lead in Clarice Starling. Additionally, 'The Ice Twins' has a female character with a very mysterious and potentially murderous past that unfolds throughout the story.

Another great one is 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis. It delves deep into the mind of Patrick Bateman, a wealthy investment banker who is also a serial killer. The book is a disturbing look at the excesses of the 1980s and the dark side of a seemingly perfect life.

The novel 'The Girl on the Train' can also be considered in this category. The female lead's alcohol - induced blackouts and her obsession with a couple she watches from the train lead to a complex web of mystery and death. It shows how a woman can be involved in a series of events that seem like the actions of a serial killer in a sense of being an unreliable narrator with a dark side.

Definitely 'Gone Girl' tops the list in terms of best - selling. It was not only a best - seller but also got adapted into a movie which further increased its popularity. 'The Silence of the Lambs' is also a classic that has sold well over the years. The chilling portrayal of the serial killer elements in the story has kept readers hooked. 'Sharp Objects' has also had a good run in sales, as Gillian Flynn's works often do well, and this one with its exploration of a troubled female character and her secrets appealed to many.

The serial killers in 2015 fiction tend to be highly intelligent. Take 'The Kind Worth Killing'. The character in this book is intelligent enough to manipulate those around him to achieve his murderous goals. They may also have a hidden motivation that is slowly revealed throughout the story. Sometimes it could be revenge for a past wrong, or a warped sense of justice. And they are often depicted as being able to blend into society, making it difficult for others to suspect them.

In some of these books, the serial killers are often highly intelligent. For example, in 'The Girl in the Ice', the killer is very cunning and leaves few clues. They are also usually very methodical in their killings. They have a pattern or a ritual that they follow, which makes them both terrifying and also a challenge for the detectives to figure out.